1989 Ford RS 200 vs. 2010 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2010 Subaru Legacy is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford RS 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford RS 200 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford RS 200 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Legacy. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 301 kg more than 1989 Ford RS 200.
Because 2010 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford RS 200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1989 Ford RS 200 (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Legacy. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford RS 200 | 2010 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | RS 200 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1804 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1483 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4735 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1506 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 70 L |